Category Archive: 9a.) Real Investment Advice

Thinking about buying Bitcoin but not sure of the best approach? You’re not alone. With so many options—crypto exchanges, ETFs, custodians, and even payment apps—the path can feel overwhelming. In this episode, we break down the smartest ways to buy Bitcoin while considering security, fees, custody, and long-term investing strategy. Should you buy directly on an exchange, use a crypto wallet, or stick to regulated investment vehicles like ETFs?...

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NOTE: As of 10:50a CDT YouTube has yet to process this video sufficiently for us to edit or add time codes. We'll revise all of these as soon as YouTube allows. Lance Roberts explores how the rise of passive index funds and ETFs has reshaped markets, leading to higher correlations across asset classes and eroding the traditional benefits of diversification. Once considered the cornerstone of portfolio risk management, diversification now struggles...

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Friday’s jobs report revealed deeper cracks: a multi-month downtrend in employment, quality of hires is deteriorating, etc. Since employment drives growth & earnings, any $SPY / $QQQ pop may be short-lived – disinflation & slowing growth still point to mounting risk for equities. In this short video, I explain why Friday’s data could matter more than you'd think. 📺 Catch me daily on The Real Investment Show:...

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A weak jobs report has traders betting on a Fed rate cut – but don’t rule out a pullback in $SPY / $QQQ in September. Gold $GLD, meanwhile, looks overbought – a good spot to take profits. In this short video, I break it all down. 📺 Catch me daily on The Real Investment Show: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealInvestmentShow #StockMarket #FedRateCut #SPY #QQQ #GoldInvesting #MarketOutlook

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Too many people think financial planning is just about picking investments—but it’s much more than that. A great plan is a living, breathing roadmap that evolves as your life changes. Richard Rosso & Jonathan McCarty uncover what makes the perfect financial planning experience—from getting your head straight, to gathering the right documents, to partnering with a fiduciary advisor who looks beyond just returns. You’ll learn: • Why real...

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A weak jobs print with sharp negative revisions could become bullish fuel, lifting hopes of a 50 bps Fed rate cut. In this short video, I break down why bad news might be good news for $SPY / $QQQ. 📺 Catch me daily on The Real Investment Show: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealInvestmentShow ➢ Upcoming personal finance free online events: https://riaadvisors.com/events/ ➢ Sign up for the Newsletter: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/newsletter/...

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Stock valuations are at extreme levels — some call it a bubble, while others argue the bull market has more room to run. So, who’s right? And more importantly, what should YOU do as an investor? Lance Roberts & Michael Lebowitz expose the conflicting market narratives and explain why selling everything may not be the smartest move. Instead, they’ll explore how active investing, technical signals, and disciplined risk management can help you...

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It's an interesting conundrum that some retirees go into day trading as a "side gig," which in turn becomes another full time job, monitoring all of the data and news. Just because you have access to information doesn't mean you have to act upon it. Sometimes it's better to let the dust settle before making a move. RIS Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO, w Senior Financial Advisors, Danny Ratliff, CFP Produced by...

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Thinking about retirement? Think again. Lance Roberts & Danny Ratliff present 10 powerful reasons you shouldn’t retire too soon—from financial stability to maintaining purpose and health. But if you do decide to retire, they’ll also show you exactly what steps to take to protect your money, lifestyle, and long-term security. 0:19 - How ChatGPT Saved Google in Anti-trust Court 2:49 - Why the 50-DMA is Key 8:18 - Looking Ahead to Employment...

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Investing is all about patience, especially when you're young. Speculate if you want, but put most of your nest egg money into the S&P and allow it to grow and do it's thing. Over the long haul, you're better off. RIS Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer ------- Sign up for Lance's newsletter: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/newsletter/ ------- ➢ Watch Live Mon-Fri, 6a-7a...

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Think you can outsmart the market? Many DIY investors fall into the same traps: chasing hype, trying to time the market, concentrating in one hot sector, or lacking patience. Lance Roberts & Jonathan Penn break down five of the biggest mistakes DIY investors make — and why they can derail your financial future. They'll also explore swing trading vs. long-term investing: * How short-term trading chases quick wins with high risk. * Why...

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